Azerbaijan rejects Israel's recognition of Armenian genocide

Azerbaijan has officially voiced its disagreement with Israel's decision to recognize the Armenian genocide. The Israeli newspaper Haaretz reported that this stance was subsequently confirmed informally by Hikmet Hajiyev, an advisor to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, in discussions with Israeli officials.

Azerbaijan, a predominantly Shiite Muslim nation, maintains cooperation with Iran while pursuing a distinct foreign policy. The country also retains a Russian connection from the Soviet era, though Moscow's influence is less pronounced than in other former republics. Drones originating from Iran caused damage in Azerbaijan during the recent Iranian conflict.

In a last-minute decision, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu opted not to table the issue for discussion in the Knesset, thus avoiding a vote. The geopolitical landscape of the Middle East remains uncertain heading into the autumn.